Discover Italy Through Its Flavours: Authentic Food & Wine Tours

Hands-On Culinary Experiences: Create, Taste, Learn

Our specialised foodie tours in Italy go beyond mere observation – they invite you to participate in the rich traditions of Italian food preparation, meeting the makers and rolling up your sleeves alongside the chefs.

Regional Food Tours That Tell Italy’s Story

• Experience a guided market tour in Bologna,  the birthplace of tortellini and tagliatelle, in the Bologna & a Taste of Emilia-Romagna tour.
• Spend four nights in an Apulian Farmhouse, visit an olive oil mill and experience fine dining in a vineyard on the Puglia Food & Wine Tour.
• Taste of a slice of delectable ‘focaccia barese’ in Bari, and savour ‘pasticciotto’ in Lecce on the Bari & Lecce: Focaccia & Pasticciotto Experience.

And you can’t forget the wine! Our tours traverse the country’s most celebrated viticultural areas, with exclusive tastings of prosecco and chianti alike at family-owned vineyards and prestigious estates alike.

The Ultimate Italy Food Tour Experience

What sets our culinary journeys apart is our dedication to authenticity and exclusive access.

Our small groups enjoy:

• Meals at chefs’ tables unavailable to ordinary tourists
• Exclusive access to award-winning wineries closed
• Seasonal experiences like olive harvests, grape stomping, and truffle hunting
• Connections with multi-generational food producers preserving ancient techniques
• Expert guides who are certified culinary professionals and wine specialists

Frequently Asked Questions

What food should I eat while I’m in Italy?

Italian cuisine is deeply regional, with each area proudly showcasing local specialties using ingredients from their immediate surroundings. For an authentic experience, eat what the locals eat where they eat it:

Northern Italy:

• Risotto alla Milanese (saffron risotto) in Milan
• Prosciutto and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese in Emilia-Romagna
• Fresh seafood and pesto in Liguria
• Tiramisu in Veneto – its birthplace

Central Italy:

• Bistecca alla Fiorentina (T-bone steak) in Florence
• Ribollita (hearty vegetable soup) throughout Tuscany
• Pasta such as Carbonara, Cacio e Pepe, and Amatriciana in Rome
• Porchetta (herb-stuffed roast pork) in Umbria

Southern Italy:

• Pizza Napoletana in Naples (where pizza was born)
• Fresh buffalo mozzarella in Campania
• Orecchiette pasta in Puglia
• Arancini and cannoli in Sicily
• Nduja (spicy spreadable sausage) in Calabria

Don’t be afraid to ask your water “Cosa mi consiglia?” (What do you recommend?) for local specialties that might not appear on translated menus. You can sample the best of Italian cuisine with one of our foodie tours.

What’s included with each tour package?

Our comprehensive tour packages typically include:

• All accommodation with daily breakfast (unless otherwise specified)
• Expert English-speaking local guides
• Comfortable transportation between destinations
• Skip-the-line entry to major attractions and monuments
• Selected meals featuring regional specialties (typically 3-4 dinners and several lunches)
• Wine tastings and culinary experiences as specified in the itinerary
• Welcome and farewell dinners
• All tips for drivers, local guides, and included meals
• Airport transfers on arrival and departure days

Additional inclusions vary by specific tour, with premium tours offering enhanced experiences and more inclusive meals. Airfare to and from Italy is not included, allowing you flexibility in your travel arrangements.

Taste Italy Like Never Before

Can I speak to someone about booking a tour or flights?

Certainly! You can contact our Melbourne-based team through our website here, or give us a call on 03 9824 0898 during business hours.

In addition to all your travel arrangements in Italy, our team can organise and book all your flights to and from Europe and any other destinations as part of your overall holiday.

Experience authentic Italy – one delicious bite at a time.